Deputy Head, Quality

About the role

Haw Par Healthcare is seeking an experienced Deputy Head of Quality to support the Head of Quality & Regulatory Affairs. The role ensures the highest standards of product quality, regulatory compliance, and operational risk management across global operations.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Head of Quality & Regulatory Affairs in leading QA/QC/RA functions and ensuring compliance with global regulatory and quality standards.
• Maintain and continuously improve the Quality Management System (QMS) aligned to GMP, ISO, and ICH requirements.
• Ensure timely release of raw materials and finished products through efficient quality operations.
• Review and approve QA/QC and GMP documentation, including validation, qualification, deviations, and change controls.
• Manage quality metrics such as deviations, OOS/OOT, product complaints, CAPA effectiveness, and supplier performance.
• Provide technical support on quality issues, product lifecycle management, and regulatory affairs activities, including product registrations.
• Drive a strong quality culture and collaborate with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, R&D, and Regulatory teams.
• Lead or support inspections, supplier qualifications, internal audits, and ensure effective CAPA closure.
• Lead Quality Management Review and escalate critical risks to senior management.
• Build team capability and support the development of quality talent.

Required profile

• Degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Microbiology, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of quality or regulatory experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
• Proven track record in regulatory inspections, QMS leadership, and cross‑functional stakeholder management.
• Leadership experience operating at both strategic and operational levels.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, ISO, ICH and the regulatory framework.
• Analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.

Required skills

• GMP
• ISO standards
• ICH guidelines
• Quality Management Systems (QMS)